Veiðiréttur
Veiðiréttur, meaning "fishing right" in Icelandic, refers to the legal entitlement to fish in specific waters, typically rivers or lakes. This right is often tied to land ownership, meaning the owner of land adjacent to a body of water has the primary claim to fish within its boundaries. However, the concept is more complex and can be influenced by historical usage, common law traditions, and specific legislation.
In Iceland, veiðiréttur is a significant aspect of resource management and has economic implications, particularly for